Asola - Badnapur, Jalna
Asola is a village situated in the Badnapur tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badnapur and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Asola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asola is 547701. The village covers a total geographical area of 408.74 hectares and falls under the 431213 pincode. Jalna is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Asola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Asola
According to the 2011 Census, Asola village had a total population of 858 people, including 470 males and 388 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.87%, with male literacy at 89.16% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 171, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 858 | 470 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 64 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 171 | 91 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 566 | 362 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 108 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Asola
Asola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sindhi Pimpalgaon | South | 1.60 km |
| Pathar Deolgaon | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Chitoda | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Mandeolgaon | East | 2.63 km |
| Hiwara Rala | West | 3.48 km |
| Dhamangaon | North | 3.67 km |
| Mandwa | South | 3.86 km |
| Dagadwadi | East | 4.55 km |
| Tatewadi | South-East | 4.69 km |
| Pirpimpalgaon | South-East | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Asola
Asola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jalna, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jalna to Asola is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Asola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Asola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Asola
Where is Asola located?
Asola village is located in Badnapur Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Asola?
Asola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Asola?
The pincode of Asola is 431213.
What is the population of Asola?
Asola had a total population of 858, including 470 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Asola?
Asola had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asola was 75.87%. Male literacy was 89.16% and female literacy was 60.00%.